BGC - Bragança Airport
Braganca, Portugal
IATA Code: BGC · Braganca, Portugal
The airport code BGC is the IATA identifier for Bragança Airport. You may also find it referred to as Braganca Airport (BGC).
Bragança Airport (BGC) serves Braganca, Portugal, in the Europe fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
BGC is the IATA airport code for Bragança Airport, located in Braganca, Portugal. The airport is situated at coordinates 41.8578°N, 6.7071°W. The current jet fuel price in the Europe region is $5.51/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Europe)
$5.51/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- BGC
- City
- Braganca
- Country
- Portugal
- Timezone
- Europe/Lisbon
- Latitude
- 41.8578°
- Longitude
- -6.7071°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Europe
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from BGC
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| VRL - Vila Real | 106 km | $1,635 | $3/passenger |
| LEN - Leon | 119 km | $1,836 | $4/passenger |
| SLM - Salamanca | 142 km | $2,191 | $4/passenger |
| BGZ - Braga | 147 km | $2,268 | $5/passenger |
| VLL - Valladolid | 155 km | $2,391 | $5/passenger |
| VSE - Viseu | 160 km | $2,468 | $5/passenger |
| VGO - Vigo | 164 km | $2,530 | $5/passenger |
| OPO - Porto | 178 km | $2,746 | $5/passenger |
| SCQ - Santiago | 182 km | $2,808 | $6/passenger |
| OVD - Aviles | 197 km | $3,039 | $6/passenger |
| LCG - La Coruna | 211 km | $3,255 | $7/passenger |
| RGS - Burgos | 261 km | $4,027 | $8/passenger |
| QLR - Monte Real | 291 km | $4,490 | $9/passenger |
| SDR - Santander | 294 km | $4,536 | $9/passenger |
| ECV - Madrid | 295 km | $4,551 | $9/passenger |
| MAD - Madrid | 305 km | $4,706 | $9/passenger |
| TOJ - Madrid | 312 km | $4,814 | $10/passenger |
| BJZ - Badajoz | 330 km | $5,091 | $10/passenger |
| VIT - Vitoria | 346 km | $5,338 | $11/passenger |
| BIO - Bilbao | 350 km | $5,400 | $11/passenger |
| RJL - Logroño-Agoncillo | 368 km | $5,678 | $11/passenger |
| AVR - Alverca | 385 km | $5,940 | $12/passenger |
| LIS - Lisbon | 399 km | $6,156 | $12/passenger |
| CQM - Ciudad Real | 406 km | $6,264 | $13/passenger |
| CAT - Cascais | 414 km | $6,387 | $13/passenger |
| PNA - Pamplona | 428 km | $6,603 | $13/passenger |
| BYJ - Beja (madeira) | 433 km | $6,680 | $13/passenger |
| EAS - San Sebastian | 435 km | $6,711 | $13/passenger |
| BIQ - Biarritz-bayonne | 459 km | $7,081 | $14/passenger |
| ZAZ - Zaragoza | 470 km | $7,251 | $15/passenger |
| ODB - Cordoba | 474 km | $7,313 | $15/passenger |
| TEV - Teruel | 487 km | $7,513 | $15/passenger |
| SVQ - Sevilla | 499 km | $7,699 | $15/passenger |
| ABC - Albacete | 522 km | $8,053 | $16/passenger |
| OZP - Sevilla | 529 km | $8,161 | $16/passenger |
| HSK - Huesca | 529 km | $8,161 | $16/passenger |
| PUF - Pau | 542 km | $8,362 | $17/passenger |
| PRM - Portimao | 548 km | $8,455 | $17/passenger |
| FAO - Faro | 549 km | $8,470 | $17/passenger |
| LDE - Tarbes | 568 km | $8,763 | $18/passenger |
| XRY - Jerez | 571 km | $8,809 | $18/passenger |
| GRX - Granada | 577 km | $8,902 | $18/passenger |
| ROZ - Rota | 580 km | $8,948 | $18/passenger |
| BOD - Bordeaux | 586 km | $9,041 | $18/passenger |
| VLC - Valencia | 587 km | $9,056 | $18/passenger |
| CDT - Castellón de la Plana | 597 km | $9,211 | $18/passenger |
| ILD - Lleida | 600 km | $9,257 | $19/passenger |
| AGP - Malaga | 607 km | $9,365 | $19/passenger |
| RYN - Royan | 623 km | $9,612 | $19/passenger |
| IDY - Île d'''Yeu | 640 km | $9,874 | $20/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your BGC Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Europe region has jet fuel priced at $5.51/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from BGC
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Braganca
Braganca experiences a temperate climate with distinct seasons. Summers are generally pleasant (18-28°C / 64-82°F), while winters can be cold and may bring snow or ice that occasionally affects flight schedules. Travelers arriving in winter should be prepared for potential weather-related delays and dress in warm layers.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through BGC
As a European airport, BGC falls within the Europe fuel pricing zone. European airports typically offer excellent rail and public transit connections to city centers. If traveling within the Schengen Area, border checks are minimal for intra-Schengen flights. Travelers from outside the EU/Schengen zone should ensure visa requirements are met before departure.
Planning Your Trip via BGC
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Bragança Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from BGC
- Fuel impact awareness: The Europe region currently prices jet fuel at $5.51/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to BGC are VRL, LEN, SLM — consider these for potentially lower fares